Willow Smith Channels ‘The Fresh Prince’ In New Video
Eleven-year-old phenom Willow Smith's latest tune is called "I Am Me," and it's a heartfelt ballad devoted to the importance of individuality. However, ironically enough--while the young singer defends her uniqueness, she also chooses to neatly channel her dad, Will Smith, back in his early '90sFresh Prince of Bel-Air heyday.
Like father, like daughter...Willow borrowed a few things from Will's repertoire in order to pay this homage. First of all, her vintage outfit: An oversized polka-dot shirt, black sneakers, colorful socks...it's like, totally, "Yo, holmes, smell ya later!"
Second, the video's shot in New York City, not West Philadelphia. But Willow cleverly incorporates a painted wall to mirror the iconic graffiti seen on her father's hit comedy, as well as his videos with DJ Jazzy Jeff.
Third? Well, just check out Willow's moves. In the latter half of the video, she gets Fresh with some old-school dancing, busts out the slo-mo, and looks almost eerily like dear old dad when she gets a little goofy and makes a couple exaggerated faces
Go ahead and compare her new video with the classic opening segment for Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, which you can watch HERE. We're sure Will enjoyed this as much as we do!
Willow's always been a fan of her father's work. In fact, in this exclusive interview with Yahoo! Music from 2010, she says she might consider remaking his Grammy-winning 1988 hit "Parents Just Don't Understand."
"There's a possibility that I will," Willow smiles. "It's a really great song,"
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Eleven-year-old phenom Willow Smith's latest tune is called "I Am Me," and it's a heartfelt ballad devoted to the importance of individuality. However, ironically enough--while the young singer defends her uniqueness, she also chooses to neatly channel her dad, Will Smith, back in his early '90sFresh Prince of Bel-Air heyday.
Like father, like daughter...Willow borrowed a few things from Will's repertoire in order to pay this homage. First of all, her vintage outfit: An oversized polka-dot shirt, black sneakers, colorful socks...it's like, totally, "Yo, holmes, smell ya later!"
Second, the video's shot in New York City, not West Philadelphia. But Willow cleverly incorporates a painted wall to mirror the iconic graffiti seen on her father's hit comedy, as well as his videos with DJ Jazzy Jeff.
Third? Well, just check out Willow's moves. In the latter half of the video, she gets Fresh with some old-school dancing, busts out the slo-mo, and looks almost eerily like dear old dad when she gets a little goofy and makes a couple exaggerated faces
Go ahead and compare her new video with the classic opening segment for Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, which you can watch HERE. We're sure Will enjoyed this as much as we do!
Willow's always been a fan of her father's work. In fact, in this exclusive interview with Yahoo! Music from 2010, she says she might consider remaking his Grammy-winning 1988 hit "Parents Just Don't Understand."
"There's a possibility that I will," Willow smiles. "It's a really great song,"
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Reggae Sumfest to honor Lady Saw
Internationally acclaimed Dancehall superstar, Lady Saw will add another prestigious accolade to her collection as Reggae Sumfestprepares to honor the prominent diva.
Sumfest organizers will be recognizing Lady Saw for her contribution to the music industry, highlighting a successful career that has spanned three different decades. Summerfest Productionsexecutive director, Johnny Gourzong made the announcement via press release on Thursday.
"Sumfest is pleased to showcase the hottest female acts in the Jamaican music industry right now."
"Sumfest is pleased to showcase the hottest female acts in the Jamaican music industry right now."
"Among the hottest females on the line-up is Grammy award-winning artiste, Lady Saw, a true representative of the dancehall genre and, for this, she will be honored at the 20th staging of the festival."
Lady Saw will join fellow Dancehall/Reggae legends of Beenie Man, Bounty Killer and Beres Hammond who've been honored at past stagings ofReggae Sumfest and will be the first female recipient of such a distinction.
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Kim Kardashian on Kanye: "I'm At a Really Happy Space"
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have seemingly been on a love world tour since coming out as a couple, visiting New York, Los Angeles, London, Cannes and more. Now Kim is opening up about her relationship with the rapper, to none other than Oprah Winfrey.
In "Oprah’s Next Chapter: The Kardashians Part 2," Lady O asks the 31-year-old if Kanye is her new fairytale.
"I feel like I'm at a really happy, good space," she explains. "I don't know why it took so long for us to get together."
In "Oprah’s Next Chapter: The Kardashians Part 2," Lady O asks the 31-year-old if Kanye is her new fairytale.
"I feel like I'm at a really happy, good space," she explains. "I don't know why it took so long for us to get together."
Shabba Ranks set to return to Sumfest stage
After nearly two decades away from theReggae Sumfest stage, legendary Dancehall superstar, Shabba Ranks will return to the event in this, its 20th edition.
Shabba Ranks will join the likes ofBeenie Man, Damian Marley, Konshens, Popcaan, Tifa, I-Octane and several other local artistes who will represent the island at the 20th edition of Reggae Sumfest, set to take place from July 15-21 at Catherine Hall in Montego Bay. This marks the first appearance byShabba Ranks since the event’s second staging in 1994.
Shabba Ranks will be headlining on International Night 1 along with internationally acclaimed R&B singer, Trey Songz, who was confirmed forReggae Sumfest earlier this week.
Shabba Ranks remains a wholly respected figure in the music industry; renowned for several classics including Trailer Load, Twice My Age, Mr. Loverman, Bedroom Bully, Wicked Inna Bed and Ting a Ling. The highly regarded deejay won two Best Reggae Album Grammy Awards for As Raw As Ever in 1992 and X-Tra Naked the following year; making him one of six Jamaican artistes to earn such a distinction.
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Rick Ross to headline Heineken best of summer
American rapper and head of theMaybach Music Group (MMG), Rick Ross, will be the headline act for theHeineken Best of Summer concert to be held at the UDC car park on Friday June 22. The rapper known for a plethora of hits including 'Stay scheming', 'Hustling' and 'Aston Martin Music' and his many collaborations with artistes like Nicki Minaj, Kelly Rowland, Lil Wayne, Usher, Jay Z and Drake, will be making his debut performance at the Heineken event.
Wale, Meek Mill, Stalley andMagazeen from his Maybach Music Group (MMG) will also accompany the rap star to the island and could possibly make their appearance on stage at the Heineken Best of Summer concert.
Jamaican born Magazeen, the newest addition to the group is the only dancehall act signed to the Miami based label "I'm happy to be coming home to Jamaica," reveals Magazeen. "I love my people and it's great to be back to experience the vibes as I'm working on taking our music to the international level and to all corners of the globe."
While in Jamaica Rick Ross and Magazeen will be shooting not one but three music videos, "I'm here to show Jamaica the new Maybach Music star Magazeen and what he can do," states Ross. "And we're going to take advantage of being here to get the real Jamaican flavour for our videos."
Jamaican Girls Still Being Exposed On New Website Jamaicanreak
A few weeks ago severalJamaican girls including public figures were exposed by the infamous jamaicangirlsexposewebsite which was shut down by the local authorities. However the website as resurface once again branding the namehttp://www.Jamaicanreak.inwith the tagline 'Exposing Jamaican Girls Won't Ever Stop!
It is evident that Jamaicanreak has strong affiliations withJamaicangirlsexpose as it hosted several of the same photos which were posted on Jamaicangirlsexpose.
They even warned that this time around guys will be exposed as well.
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Popcaan's busy summer starts with Europe
After nearly two decades away from theReggae Sumfest stage, legendary Dancehall superstar, Shabba Ranks will return to the event in this, its 20th edition.Shabba Ranks will be headlining on International Night 1 along with internationally acclaimed R&B singer, Trey Songz, who was confirmed forReggae Sumfest earlier this week.
American rapper and head of theMaybach Music Group (MMG), Rick Ross, will be the headline act for theHeineken Best of Summer concert to be held at the UDC car park on Friday June 22. The rapper known for a plethora of hits including 'Stay scheming', 'Hustling' and 'Aston Martin Music' and his many collaborations with artistes like Nicki Minaj, Kelly Rowland, Lil Wayne, Usher, Jay Z and Drake, will be making his debut performance at the Heineken event.A few weeks ago severalJamaican girls including public figures were exposed by the infamous jamaicangirlsexposewebsite which was shut down by the local authorities. However the website as resurface once again branding the namehttp://www.Jamaicanreak.inwith the tagline 'Exposing Jamaican Girls Won't Ever Stop!
It is evident that Jamaicanreak has strong affiliations withJamaicangirlsexpose as it hosted several of the same photos which were posted on Jamaicangirlsexpose.
They even warned that this time around guys will be exposed as well.
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Deejay Popcaan kicks off a busy summer by heading on the road to Europethis month.
Popcaan, real name Andrae Sutherland, heads off to Europe next week for a two-week tour where he plans to get his growing European fan base raving. The deejay, who is known for songs such as Party Shot and Ravin, will be thrilling fans in Portugal, France, Sweden and Switzerland - just to name a few. This will mark his third European tour, having previously travelled with the Portmore Empire. This tour however is the artiste’s first in Europe as a solo, and headline artiste
The deejay said, "My European fans can expect a great show with all the Popcaan songs they know and love. We are rehearsing a set that includes songs from Jah Jah Protect Me to Dream to all di current hits. It's going to be good energy and good fry yiy vibes. So far the feedback from Europe has been good so I’m looking forward to having a good time and meeting new fans."
On his return from Europe the deejay will be busy performing at the St Kitts Music Festival, in Trinidad and Tobago as well as a special performance at Smudge on July 1st, the acclaimed local festival Reggae Sumfest in Montego Bay, and Dream Weekend in Negril. He has also been busy in studio with new summer anthems such as When Mi Party (TJ Records), Coolie Gal (UIM), Bad Mind (007 Records) and The System (Dre Skull). Fans will not be disappointed as the deejay has more songs to be released soon such as Popcaan Says (TJ Records) and Whine Up (YVP).
Mavado & Olivia – Soldier Girl [MUSIC]
![Olivia and Mavado Mavado & Olivia Soldier Girl [MUSIC]](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/blogger_img_proxy/AEn0k_uIw8IouZ9sW9VxFtyv1ARAVjbwYDVkhKRe8dhr-CXlR6cBkDHjx4FdMlrmfjX9RjFujH9K130yEkqmXioJZe6HbV3nYLo37DHnCYI8rXFDwyXsv7v5gSGjx3ZTZ_C_OIatsMgQN-mKuuKqaj8rYhVceCg344A=s0-d "Olivia and Mavado photo")
Olivia is Mavado’s ride of die chick on the remix version to the Gullyside deejay’s single “Soldier Girl.”
The original version of the We The Best Music-produced single was release two months ago after Mavado made a transition to the label.
Olivia adds a verse to the already great dancehall single. “See, I don’t mind being your one and only, Still I grind while you’re doing time, waitin’ on me, At the drop of a dime I’d give it all up and trade, places with you, baby, Don’t want to see you hurting, baby,” Olivia sings.
Olivia, who is of Jamaican descent, was recently signed to Jerry Wonda’s imprint Wonda Music.
The VH1’s “Love & Hip Hop” star is currently working on her sophomore album, Show the World.
Listen full track below.
Sean Paul Talks Tomahawk Technique, Working With Rihanna & Supercat
Sean Paul is widely regarded as the most commercially successful dancehall artistes of the last decade. Sean Paul’s sophomore album Dutty Rock propelled him to international stardom in 2002, selling more than six million copies worldwide. Sean Paul would go on to release one of the biggest hit songs of the last decade, Baby Boy, a duet with Beyonce. The single topped the US Billboard Hot 100 chart for nine consecutive weeks.
Sean Paul releases three albums since Dutty Rock. This includes The Trinity, Imperial Blaze and his latest Tomahawk Technique.
Tomahawk Technique was released January in the European market. The album features a new sound from Sean Paul that hardcore dancehall fans often criticize. Nevertheless, the album is well received.
During a recent interview with Global Grind, Sean Paul opens up about the album, Tomahawk Technique, working with Rihanna, and wanting to work with dancehall icon Supercat.
On Tomahawk Technique
I call it Tomahawk Technique because I think it’s cutting-edge, as to what dancehall can offer to the world right now. I’ve been very successful with dancehall music and the production that I’ve had from Jamaica, throughout the world. At this point in time, I just feel the need to expand a little bit. The inspiration was to have dancehall produced by people who do not produce dancehall all the time—pop producers, R&B producers, dance music producers—and see how it would sound. I expand the sound, sounding a little bit more pop, a little more dance-oriented. That’s what is happening on this album right now. That was the focus, and that was what I was trying to achieve. I think I did! I think it sounds pretty cool, and I think people should like a couple of the songs on there. Pretty hot stuff!
On wanting to work with Supercat
I’ve been reaching out to Supercat, who’s like the mentor for me in the business. Ever since I started to rhyme, people told me I sound like Cat…it would be an honor. I met him a couple times. We’ve talked, but not really a lot. Another dude is Shabba who is another legend I’ve looked up to. I wanted to see if I could get him on a track. He’s somebody I’ve looked up to for many years. Also, I can speak about a song I did with one of dancehall’s legends Spragga Benz. It’s something I produced and wrote, and wanted him to do. He expressed to me that he wanted me to do the song with him. The song is called, “Cylinder.” It’s an inspirational song. I think my dream has come true, in terms of me working with someone I look up to in the business with Spragga Benz.
On collaborating with Rihanna
Actually, Rihanna had a few weeks of break after her first album. She said, “I coming to Jamaica! Show me around.” I was like “For sure! Let’s go to the studio too!” One of those days I took her to the beach. We went to the Bob Marley Museum, which was very important for her. We went to clubs, and we went to the studio.
That song came out that studio. It was very stress free. It wasn’t like any label told us to do it. That was one of my favorite collaborations because she got to see the way I live, and how we do it in Jamaica, which is not unfamiliar to her because she’s from the Caribbean. That was kind of cool for me, so it was one of my favorite collaborations. I’m very proud of what she’s been able to achieve since then. Anytime she reaches out musically, I’ll be there.
According to Sean Paul, an official U.S. release date for Tomahawk Technique has not yet been set.
Reggae Artiste Romain Virgo's "The System" Hits Billboard Charts
Singer, Romain Virgo's new sophomore album, The System, has hit the Reggae Billboard chart. The album which was released last week made its debut in the number 6 spot yesterday.
Romain, whose work has shown undeniable depth and maturity since the release of his excellent debut album, Romain Virgo, says he is elated by the news. "When I found out I was really happy to tell you the truth. We worked extremely hard on this album, from the songwriting, to production and packaging - the entire thing. So it's definitely a great feeling to have it on the Billboard charts, especially so soon after it was released."
Romain who is known for his effortless hits, System, Cyaa Sleep, Dark Skin Girl, Who Feels It Knows It, Wanna Go Home and more, says not only is he excited about his musical future, but also about the future of reggae music. "I have a long way to go, when I look at the major achievements of the reggae artistes before me; that is definitely something to aspire toward and that's what I'm focusing on right now. And apart from myself there are a lot more promising young artistes, so I think it's a great future for reggae as long as we continue to work hard and put in the effort."
An exciting album launch for The System will take place at Emancipation Park, St. Andrew on May 30 at 6 P.M.
Tifa Collaborates With Swedish Band The Teddy Bears
Dancehall artiste Tifarecently collaborated withSwedish band Teddybearson a track called Definitely.
The track was produced by the Teddybears and recorded at the famed Big Yard studios in Kingston.
Tifa is quite pleased with the outcome of the track and pointed out that this is just one of a number of high profile collaborations that she has done in recent times.
"In the past couple of months I have worked with DJ Toddla T from the UK and Dre Skull. I have a few more collaborations coming up with international artistes, so look out for that", Tifa hinted.
The Teddybears began as a five member outfit in 1991. The group is known for mixing pop, rock, hip hip, electronic, reggae and punk among other genres.
The band members started to wear large bear masks in album art and promotional photographs sometime after 2006, before that they appeared in concert and on photos without disguises.
They released their debut album You Are Teddybears in 1993 and their second album, titled I Can't Believe It's Teddybears STHLM followed in 1996.
Singer, Romain Virgo's new sophomore album, The System, has hit the Reggae Billboard chart. The album which was released last week made its debut in the number 6 spot yesterday.
Romain, whose work has shown undeniable depth and maturity since the release of his excellent debut album, Romain Virgo, says he is elated by the news. "When I found out I was really happy to tell you the truth. We worked extremely hard on this album, from the songwriting, to production and packaging - the entire thing. So it's definitely a great feeling to have it on the Billboard charts, especially so soon after it was released."
Romain who is known for his effortless hits, System, Cyaa Sleep, Dark Skin Girl, Who Feels It Knows It, Wanna Go Home and more, says not only is he excited about his musical future, but also about the future of reggae music. "I have a long way to go, when I look at the major achievements of the reggae artistes before me; that is definitely something to aspire toward and that's what I'm focusing on right now. And apart from myself there are a lot more promising young artistes, so I think it's a great future for reggae as long as we continue to work hard and put in the effort."
An exciting album launch for The System will take place at Emancipation Park, St. Andrew on May 30 at 6 P.M.
Dancehall artiste Tifarecently collaborated withSwedish band Teddybearson a track called Definitely.
The track was produced by the Teddybears and recorded at the famed Big Yard studios in Kingston.
Tifa is quite pleased with the outcome of the track and pointed out that this is just one of a number of high profile collaborations that she has done in recent times.
"In the past couple of months I have worked with DJ Toddla T from the UK and Dre Skull. I have a few more collaborations coming up with international artistes, so look out for that", Tifa hinted.
The Teddybears began as a five member outfit in 1991. The group is known for mixing pop, rock, hip hip, electronic, reggae and punk among other genres.
The band members started to wear large bear masks in album art and promotional photographs sometime after 2006, before that they appeared in concert and on photos without disguises.
They released their debut album You Are Teddybears in 1993 and their second album, titled I Can't Believe It's Teddybears STHLM followed in 1996.
The band members started to wear large bear masks in album art and promotional photographs sometime after 2006, before that they appeared in concert and on photos without disguises.
They released their debut album You Are Teddybears in 1993 and their second album, titled I Can't Believe It's Teddybears STHLM followed in 1996.
Sean Paul to marry Jamaican media personality later this month
It's official. Internationally acclaimed Dancehall superstar,Sean Paul will finally tie the knot to his girlfriend and prominent Jamaican media personality, Jodi 'Jinx' Stewart.
According to a report in Friday's edition of the Jamaica Gleaner, the Grammy-winning artiste will marry the long time Reggae Entertainment Television (RETV) host in a private ceremony later this month. According to the Gleaner, preparations for the wedding are being kept on such a low key basis to the point that NBC's Today show was warned not to air details of the planned nuptials.
Keeping with that theme, those invited to the wedding don't even know the exact location of the wedding and a shuttle will be used to carry persons to and from the unnamed venue.
Rumors of a marriage between Sean Paul and Stewart were ignited at the start of 2012 when reports emerged that the Never Gonna Be The Samesinger proposed to his girlfriend during last holiday season.
Rumors of a marriage between Sean Paul and Stewart were ignited at the start of 2012 when reports emerged that the Never Gonna Be The Samesinger proposed to his girlfriend during last holiday season.
Shabba, Shaggy, RIchie Stephens, Fayann To Perform At Post Adidas Grand Prix Concert In NY
New York: Jamaica's most celebrated dancehall artist, Rexton Rawlston Gordon, popularly know to fans as Shabba Ranks is set to perform at the"Adidas Jamboree" concert, Randall's Island, New York on Saturday, June 9th. The concert - which will serve as a 50th anniversary celebration for both Jamaica and Trinidad - will take place at the conclusion of the annualAdidas Grand Prix where Caribbean track stars - world-champion Yohan Blake, Veronica Campbell-Brown, Jermaine Gonzalez, Novlene Williams-Mills, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Sherone Simpson, Kenia Sinclair, Kelly-Ann Baptiste and other world elite athletes - will compete.
"Shabba is an icon who has a history of delivering outstanding performances" said Louie Grant, VP, Irie Jam Radio. "This is Shabba's first outdoor performance in New York in two years and fans can't wait to see the Grammy winner on the adidas stage, representing for Jamaica whilst ushering our Caribbean athletes off to the 2012 London Olympics this summer."
Also slated to perform is yet another Grammy winner, New York based reggae star Shaggy, Jamaica's musical ambassador Richie Stephens and soca darling Fayann Lyons.
"Working with our Caribbean media partner Irie Jam radio over the past 6 years, we have come to recognize the synergy created by two indigenous Jamaican products - sports and reggae music" said Rich Kenah, Adidas Grand Prix and Global Athletics & Marketing.
Vybz Kartel and Corey Todd Back In Business?
Almost a year after severing ties due to controversial circumstances, incarcerated Dancehall superstar, Vybz Kartel and prominent Americanbusinessman, Corey Todd are set for a reunion.
According to media reports, the former business partners will be reuniting to carry out a recent business deal that was agreed to between the two parties. According to Todd's publicist, Claude Mills, both Kartel and Toddhave agreed to unveil several products, including the revival of Street Vybz Rum.
Additionally, it was revealed that Todd and Kartel have been exchanging letters since the Portmore Empire deejay was arrested and later charged with murder, drug and obstruction of justice related charges last fall.
Corey Todd and Vybz Kartel formed on of the music industry's most formidable partnerships in 2008, creating several brands including Vybz Rum, Daggering Condoms and the aforementioned Street Vybz Rum. Additionally, they collaborated on running the prominent Dancehall club,The Building (now Club Riddim) where they would have weekly sessions, including, Street Vybz Thursdays and Inclusive Saturdays.
The duo fell out last May after Todd alleged that Kartel threatened his life. Since his departure, he began recruiting several prominent Dancehall musicians such as Beenie Man, Aidonia, Khago, former Portmore Empiresingjay, Jahvinci and highly acclaimed producer, Ainsley 'Notnice' Morriswhere they would collaborate musically as well as promote Todd's Yaad Stout and Yaad Swag liquor brands.
However, the business deals involving Todd and these musicians were short-lived as the American businessman to focus his attention towards his entrepreneurial ventures.
The duo fell out last May after Todd alleged that Kartel threatened his life. Since his departure, he began recruiting several prominent Dancehall musicians such as Beenie Man, Aidonia, Khago, former Portmore Empiresingjay, Jahvinci and highly acclaimed producer, Ainsley 'Notnice' Morriswhere they would collaborate musically as well as promote Todd's Yaad Stout and Yaad Swag liquor brands.
However, the business deals involving Todd and these musicians were short-lived as the American businessman to focus his attention towards his entrepreneurial ventures.
BOBBY BROWN
I Wanted Bobbi Kristina
on MY Reality Show!
EXCLUSIVE
If Bobby Brown didn't sound too supportive of Bobbi Kristina doing a reality show with Whitney's family ... it's because Bobby wanted his daughter on his upcoming reality show ... sources close to BB tell TMZ.
According to our sources, Bobby has no problem with Bobbi K doing a reality show ... and he has been trying to get her to appear on his show for months. But our sources say that was NEVER going to happen.
We're told Bobbi K has cut off all lines of communication with Bobby, so he's been calling Pat Houston (Whitney's sister-in-law/manager) in an effort to reach out to Bobbi. Our sources say Bobbi never even considered doing her father's show and the rest of the family feels Bobby was only trying to use her to make his upcoming show more marketable.
Our sources say Bobby found out about the Houston family show yesterday like everyone else did.
Facebook IPO values company at between $85bn and $95bn
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Facebook has set the share price for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) at between $28 and $35 per share, valuing the company at between $85bn-$95bn (£52bn-£59bn).
The IPO is set to be the largest ever for an internet firm, bigger than Google's valuation of $23bn in 2004.
IPOs are when companies list shares on the stock market for the first time.
Facebook is set to list on the Nasdaq and would rival Amazon's and Cisco System's current market values.
It is thought that Facebook will start promoting the share offering on Monday. Its shares are expected to start trading under the symbol "FB" on 18 May.
More than 10% of the business is being sold, which is expected to raise about $12bn for the company.
The eight-year-old social network has 900 million users worldwide and made a profit of $1bn last year.Mobile growthThere is expected to be a huge take-up, though some investors have voiced concerns about the company's longer-term growth.
Last week, Facebook reported its first drop in revenue between quarters for two years.
But during a video presentation on Thursday Facebook executives sought to allay those concerns, pointing to mobile as an area for growth that the company will invest heavily in.
Last month Facebook said it would buy the fast-growing mobile phone photo sharing app Instagram for $1bn, its largest purchase ever.Zuckerberg-controlledThe higher valuation still falls short of the $100bn that had been talked about for Facebook.
But it is not uncommon for IPO price ranges to move up if there is strong investor demand for the stock.
Facebook founder and chief executive Mark Zuckerberg will remain in control of the company even after the IPO, controlling more than 57.3% of the voting power through shares he holds and through voting agreements with other stockholders.
He will own 31.5% of Facebook's outstanding stock. At the top end of the price range, this would make his holdings worth $17.6bn.
Such a value would put him at about number 33 on Forbes' list of the world's richest people.
Beyoncé Talks Pampered Preparations for Baby Blue—Plus, How Did She Lose That Baby Weight?!
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We should've known that Beyoncé's birthing plan would be a little more glamorous than that of your average mama-to-be.
The superstar mother of darling daughter Blue Ivy has opened up about how she prepared for the birth of her baby (hint: kinda like preparing to walk the red carpet), how she felt after welcoming her and Jay-Z's "miracle" into the world, and the question on every mother's tabloid's mind: Just how did she get her postbaby bod into such taut shape so quickly?
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We should've known that Beyoncé's birthing plan would be a little more glamorous than that of your average mama-to-be.
The superstar mother of darling daughter Blue Ivy has opened up about how she prepared for the birth of her baby (hint: kinda like preparing to walk the red carpet), how she felt after welcoming her and Jay-Z's "miracle" into the world, and the question on every mother's tabloid's mind: Just how did she get her postbaby bod into such taut shape so quickly?
Mavado for silver screen
BY SIMONE MORGAN Observer staff reporter morgans@jamaicaobserver.com
The movie is the sequel to the 2002 urban classic Shottas, which starred Ky-Mani Marley, Carlton 'Spragga Benz' Grant and Munair Zacca.
  MAVADO... to appear in sequel Shottas 2 |
According to a post via Twitter, Cess Silvera — writer/director of Shottas — said Mavado (given name David Brooks) began filming on April 20.
Silvera never indicated the direction of plot, but tweeted: "Mavado and Shottas 2 is a lethal combination."
Marley, son of reggae legend Bob Marley, will reclaim the role of 'Biggs' for the project.
Shottas, is the Jamaican term for gangsters, chronicles the lives of two friends who participated in organised crime in Jamaica and the United States. The 2002 flick had a cult following long before its 2006 American debut.
Last year, Mavado — whose signature calling card is Gangsta For Life — played a a gangster in American rapper Drake's video Find Your Love. Since then he has inked a deal with DJ Khaled's We the Best Music Group. He has released singles such as Emergency which features hip-hop artiste Ace Hood and Survivor, a collaboration effort with Akon.
Mavado will be performing in Manhattan, New York on Monday, April 30, alongside American rappers Tyga, Wacka Flocka, Fabolous, French Montana, Travis Porter and Busta Rhymes.
Under the guidance of dancehall artiste Bounty Killer, Mavado released his debut single in 2004 called Real McKoy. This was soon followed by a string of hit songs including Weh Dem A Do and Dying. In 2007, he released his album 'Gangsta For Life: The Symphony' of David Brooks.
In 2008, the artiste who goes by the moniker The Gully Gad, won a United Kingdom MOBA (Music Of Black Orgin) Award for Best Reggae Act and two years later he took the Male Singjay of the Year at the EME (Excellence in Music and Entertainment) Awards.
Read more: http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/MAVADO-FOR-SILVER-SCREEN_11318384#ixzz1syJ2YG00
SUGE KNIGHTBLASTS 2Pac Hologram ...He Was Death Row-less
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Suge Knight is FURIOUS over the look of 2Pac's hologram at Coachella ... telling TMZ the people who created it screwed up one major detail.
The rapper was out in Los Angeles last night when he pointed out that the 3D hologram used to bring 2Pac to life on stage was missing the rapper's famous Death Row Records chain.
Knight told us, "At the end of the day, how you gonna take the Death Row chain off Pac? That's like taking the Raiders symbol off the Raiders."
David Beckham shows he can still blast it into the top corner
It's been an unpleasant start to the season for the LA Galaxy. On Saturday night they looked more like reigning MLS champions after a 3-1 win over Portland that was topped off by a beautiful goal from David Beckham.
Beckham was given too much time and far too much open space in the middle of the pitch to blast his shot into the top corner from distance. And the result seemed inevitable even though he was subbed out of the last match he played at halftime. But, as everyone should know by now, David Beckham has a habit of reminding people that he's still got it whenever they start to doubt him.
